Who says festivals are only reserved for summer?

A hidden door, a new secret restaurant with Latin-style aperitivo snacks and cocktails, easy food and select cuts of meat by the Argentinean chef you just might recognise – here’s why we think you’ll love Picadas, our latest discovery

Breakfast by specially trained “egg-spert” chefs, 38 gourmet milkshakes, free parking (in the CBD) and an urban-chic communal space where meeting new people is easy

Come for drinks, stay for dinner… or the DJ on select nights. But just come!

This soulful De Waterkant haunt is home to the ultimate trio: live music, creative cocktails and tapas

The authority on everything from ‘how to change a plug’ to ‘how to peel a lot of potatoes’, this Somerset West-based meisie quickly became a YouTube sensation thanks to her quirky online DIY video series

Our soap makers lather up the natural way

This chart-topping, raw rapping and lyrical artist gives us, yet again, a deeper look into who he is

'A little bit of magic'

Freshly-made falafel from a real Lebanese recipe – with a takeaway price of only R10 each

From anniversaries to proposals and weekend getaways, whatever the occasion, Celestial Gift Experiences has an activity to match. Plus as a CapeTownMagazine.com reader, you get R100 off your first Celestial Gifts experience by using the coupon code "CGECPTMR2018" when booking.

This coastal town has something for everyone

Your old man deserves more than a pair of socks and a handshake 

Tiny teepees for the kids, a spin ‘round the track for adrenaline junkies, and aFREAKa onsies for everyone.

Great ways to ring in ‘the most wonderful time of the year’ during Cape Town’s winter 

Dan Mace teamed up with Youtube superstars to release Getting to 368. A few years before that he spoke to us about his love of film and Cape Town and his fear of street fighting 

A ‘How To’ guide for anyone planning to visit the Mother City’s New7Wonder of Nature in high season

Fall in love with Cape Diamonds’ fynbos range and get expert advice on diamonds

Because there’s a lot more to it than saying ‘I do’

Sweep your soul mate off their feet

Everything you need to know about braaing like a seasoned South African

Word on the street is that there’s a healthy and affordable ramen spot coming to Cape Town – here’s what we know so far

Important immigration law updates fo foreigners looking to visit, study and live in the country

Restaurants and bars where having a puff is a pleasure

A selection of the best places to get curry, tandoori, biryani and other Eastern-inspired food in the Mother City

Whether it’s fantastic sushi and cocktails you are looking for, live music over the weekends or a bespoke whisky members lounge, they’ve got you covered

Don’t let winter spoil your fun

Go beyond the conventional cheese and wine pairing experience  

Your guide to road closures and parking restrictions during this major Cape Town race

Your guide to recycling companies and depots in the Mother City, from curb side collection services to civic drop-off sites

See what you can get up to, how to make it an extra-long weekend, plus the history behind the public holiday

Go and explore these mysterious dens, they make for great Instagram shots too

The places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Cape Town this year  – who knows, you may find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow

Everything you need to know about permanent residence permit applications, including info on work and business visa requirements

Everything you need to know about applications for retired temporary and permanent residency in South Africa

Get the work done in the peaceful surrounds of this Paarl winelands gem

Become inspired, get connected and be part of the working community at the city centre’s newest co-working space

Three rock climbers scale the country's most iconic mountain then leap off it. 

Thunderbolts and lightning – a gallery of the Cape Town storm

Journey with us as we discover some of the most beautiful pictures of our magnificent city 

Celebrating amateur, aspiring, and professional videographers and their videos – shot from a phone, drone, DSLR or 360 camera.

Off-grid water sourced from a natural spring, ice packs consisting of recycled water for runners and the use of grey water for cleaning operations are some of the changes to be implemented for the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon this year. 

The latest addition to Bree Street offers mouth-watering coastal produce

Here’s the verdict on the outcome of the 2018 Cape Town Cycle Tour

Enjoy the fruits of the winemakers’ labour at these harvest festivals in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl and surrounds

For an authentic Korean ramen experience, or sushi where the fish/rice ratio is in favour of the former, look no further than the new kid on the Campground Road block — Haru

Spend the summer sipping sundowners on the beach front in Cape Town

Find unique gift ideas, tree decorations and festive season spirit at these Christmas markets in Cape Town

Uncovering the Mother City hair salons and barber shops that are a cut above the rest

Healthy, suckling and hanging out with mom